Aluminium alloy powder production for additive manufacturing is set to expand through a new technical cooperation agreement between CNPC Powder China Ltd and Xi’an Bright Laser Technologies Co Ltd (BLT). The agreement covers the production and international distribution of BLT-AlAM400, an aluminium alloy powder developed for applications in humanoid robotics, new energy vehicles (NEVs), aerospace and other industrial sectors. Under the agreement, BLT has authorised Shanghai-based CNPC Powder to manufacture BLT-AlAM400 on a contract basis in China and sell the powder internationally. CNPC Powder has also secured exclusive overseas agency rights, excluding BLT’s direct sales network and existing regional agents. With an annual powder production capacity of almost 10,000 tonnes, CNPC Powder...
BorgWarner has won its first commercial order for an electric motor developed with aluminium-wire hairpin winding technology. The US automotive supplier will provide the new eMotor to a major Chinese automaker for use in hybrid vehicles, bringing the technology into its first production application. The motor uses aluminium-wire hairpin winding technology and is designed for hybrid vehicles. Its applications include generator motors and traction motors for auxiliary drive systems, with production scheduled to begin in the fourth quarter of 2026. Explore AL Circle’s report ALuminium Wires & Cables - Insights & Forecast to 2030 for insights into aluminium applications, industry developments and opportunities across the electrical sector . Compared with conventional copper-wire motors with...
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Primary aluminium ingot prices edged higher across major markets in China. As on Wednesday, June 21, A00 aluminium ingot price in North China ranges between RMB 13,770-13,790 per tonne; average price stands at RMB 13,780 per tonne, up 0.58 per cent from its previous price of RMB 13,700 per tonne. The price of A00 aluminium ingot (South China) is ranging between RMB 13,850-13,880 per tonne. The average price is the highest at RMB 13,865 per tonne, up 0.25 per cent from its previous price of RMB 13,830 per tonne. A00 aluminium ingot price in East China- Zhejiang market stands at RMB 13,720.00 - 13,770 per tonne with the average price at RMB 13,745 per tonne (+0.48%). A00 aluminium ingot price in Northeast China market stands at RMB 13,710.00 - 13,740 per tonne with the average price at RMB...
To address the issue of plastic pollution in oceans, Fraser Yachts teamed up with CanO Water to reduce ocean plastic wastes that have a negative impact on the environment. CanO Water will be given to Fraser’s yachts to spread the message of the importance of reducing plastic usage. CanO Water offers water packaged in aluminium cans that have the highest recycling rate of any drink product currently on the market. The company believes that recyclable aluminium cans are more sustainable and easy on the environment than other plastic or glass bottles. CEO of Fraser, Raphael Sauleau comments: “For the past 70 years, the oceans have provided Fraser with the fundamental resource for our industry. For us and the wider yachting industry to continue to thrive and for our clients to continue to...
Cleveland Cascades recently commissioned one of the latest Cascade chutes in partnership with Reel Alesa for loading of alumina. The company was looking for a flexible and transferrable solution that could remove the alumina product from 4 tankers into a hopper, and then along a screw conveyor. They wanted a dust-free loading of alumina which was fulfilled by Cleveland’s unique Cascade chute. The 20 m chute was installed in the ship loader in order to effectively handle alumina at rates up to 275 metric tph. The Cascade chute uses an auto raise and auto lower system for pile building and with the help of these features combined, it can effectively load the alumina product and distributed it effectively to fill the vessel. The Cascade chute operations allow the alumina to be loaded in mass...
LME aluminium after lingering at the same level (US$1,861 per tonne) for two consecutive days jumped to US$1,889 per tonne on Tuesday, June 20. The 1.5 per cent rise from the recent low of US$1,861 per tonne marks a comeback for the light metal which has been trending downward for over a week now. However, market watchers and traders do not seem to be too overwhelmed with the aluminium price rise since negative factors are still simmering. Shanghai Metals Market survey reveals aluminium stocks did not fall as per expectation even during the traditional peak-demand season this year owing to growing supply. So, the downtrend in LME aluminium (and Shanghai aluminium too) will likely continue, at least over short term. Further, the contract is predicted to face resistance at the 10-day moving...
According to the latest Aluminum Association report, estimated net shipments of aluminium sheet and plate by U.S. and Canadian producers stood at 752.3 million pounds during May 2017, up 7.1% YoY. On a month on month comparison, shipments rose 7.6% over April 2017. YTD shipments through May 2017 totaled 3,585.0 million pounds, up 2.7 over the 2016 YTD total of 3,491.8 million pounds. The report further says shipments of can stock by U.S. and Canadian producers totalled 349.0 million pounds during May 2017, down 1.1% YoY. On a month on month comparison, shipments increased 8.8% over the April 2017 total of 320.9 million pounds. YTD shipments through May 2017 totalled 1,703.4 million pounds, down 2.1% from the 2016 YTD total. Compared to May 2016, producer shipments of can stock to U.S....
Introduction: Maurizio Sala President of Amafond Gloria Gangte, Embassy of India in Rome (Acting Ambassador, Business Officer) Damiano Francovigh General Consul of the Italian Republic in Kolkata Michele Bauli, President of Confindustria Verona Mario Conserva, President of Metef Industrial cooperation scenarios between India, Europe, Italy and West Bengal: Italians active in India Madan Mohan Sethi, First Secretary of Commerce, Embassy of India, Rome; Michele Bauli, President of Confindustria Verona; Matteo Gasparato; Carmine Zappacosta, CEO Italcertifer (FS Group); Dario Calogero, CEO Ubiquity; Ettore Camozzi, Camozzi Group; Chairman: Alberto Cavicchiolo, President Shonagon India-Italy Transport and Railways Intelligence In this context the India-Italy Transport and Railways Intelligence...
The Rio Tinto board has reconfirmed its recommendation that shareholders vote in favour of the sale of its wholly-owned subsidiary Coal & Allied Industries Limited (“C&A”) to Yancoal Australia Limited (“Yancoal”). The recommendation follows consideration by the board of a counter proposal from Glencore plc (“Glencore”) and a proposal from Yancoal comprising improved terms to the transaction previously announced. Rio Tinto has engaged in active discussion with both parties and the board assessed a number of factors in its consideration of both proposals, including price and value; the risk that regulatory approvals will not be granted, or will be significantly delayed; funding certainty; and deal execution timeline. The board is recommending Yancoal’s proposal to its shareholders based on:...
In terms of exhibition and interchange volumes, Metef is the largest exhibition on metals and smart technologies in the SEMEA area (South Europe, Middle East, Africa) and certainly one of Asia's trend-influencers. The context of this exhibition is Italy, with the largest aluminium community in Europe, and with the second-largest industrial volumes in Europe. With over 10,000 operators and 400 exhibitors from over fifty countries, the Metef scenario concerns metals, intellectual research and innovation. Certainly it is the most suitable setting to host the conference " India-Italy. Industry and Intellectual Interchange" on June 23. The event follows various initiatives organized by ArtValley in Kolkata, India and in particular BGBS 2017, with the participation of 45 Italian companies and...
Subodh Gupta, an Indian origin artist’s work on the rituals and symbolism of food consumption and preparation were presented in an installation at Art Basel at Unlimited, Basel in Zurich, Switzerland from 15 – 18 June 2017. At Art Basel, Subodh Gupta has presented an installation as a part of the prestigious “Unlimited” exposition that celebrates art installations in new medium. Cooking the World I (2017) by Subodh Gupta recreates an open hut made from used aluminium utensils and a live cooking and eating performance, recreating the traditional rituals. Gupta uses domestic and familiar elements to create a blown up effect. The walls made of used utensils look like a veiled curtain. The installation of used aluminium utensils is monumental; it creates a walled hut with individual utensils...
According to a statement by the Indian Consulate in Shanghai, Adani Group inked a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with East Hope Group, one of China’s largest private companies, to build manufacturing units in Mundra special economic zone in Gujarat. East Hope Group will invest $300 million in setting up the manufacturing units. The manufacturing units would produce solar power generation equipment, chemicals, aluminium and animal feed. It will also put in place East Hope Group’s engineering and industrial integration chain to recycle and economise the product cost at Mundra SEZ, as reported by PTI. The MoU is proposed to convert into a definitive agreement within a period of 6 months, as reported. East Hope, the Chinese counterpart signing the MoU, is a renminbi 70 billion group, and...
Metals and mining giant Rio Tinto has given a $100 million contract to Aggreko AusPac for the installation of 20MW power station at the Amrun bauxite project in North Queensland. Aggreko AusPac‘s team will install a high-efficiency diesel power system, including engine efficiency upgrades and a heat-recovery system to be utilized over the duration of the contract. The installation is expected to be completed by December this year. Rio Tinto’s Amrun project general manager, Marcia Hanrahan said, “The contract to build this power station signifies another important milestone for delivery of the Amrun project.” “We look forward to partnering with Aggreko on this exciting new venture. The power delivery expertise and operational capabilities that the Aggreko team will bring will be critical...
Sohar Aluminium, organisers of the 21 st Arab International Aluminium Conference & Exhibition (ARABAL) has announced full details of the agenda for the event. The event will feature a distinguished and high-powered cadre of international industry leaders who will make up the keynote panel, informing and inspiring ARABAL 2017 attendees with their expert industry insights. The organisers have indicated that the ARABAL 2017 Call for Papers will close on 30 th June and urge interested parties to submit their abstracts for consideration. ARABAL 2017 is scheduled to be held in Muscat, Oman from 6 th to 9 th November, 2017. Organised under the theme ‘Driving Strategic Growth across the Global Aluminium Industry’, participants are expected to discuss topics such as market challenges of the...
Constellium, the global aluminium semis product manufacturer, reported an increase in used beverage cans recycling rate following the installation of a new furnace at its facility in Muscle Shoals, Alabama, US. The company in its recently released 2016 Annual Business and Sustainability Performance Report said it adhered to the industry-led objectives and helped Europe to reach about 80% recycling rate target set for 2020. Commenting on the progress Chairman of Constellium’s Sustainability Council and President of Constellium’s Packaging and Automotive Rolled Products business unit Arnaud Jouron said, “At Constellium, we’re committed to integrating sustainability into the very heart of our business, where our efforts create value for our customers, our shareholders, our employees and the...
According to the Economic Complexity Index (ECI), Kazakhstan is the 51st largest export economy in the world and the 48th most complex economy. The country’s mining industry is estimated to reach $30 billion by 2017. Kazakhstan has ample reserves of bauxite.The country occupies tenth place in terms of bauxite reserves.The country is one of the biggest bauxite producing countries in the world. However, the country also imports a major chunk of bauxite from global market to meet its domestic requirement. It has number of bauxite mines which include Lissakovsk bauxite mine, Turgay and Arkalyk bauxite mines. As shown in the data, Kazakhstan imported 60 tonnes of bauxite in 2015. In 2016, the total bauxite import in the country was estimated at 52 tonnes. The country is estimated to import...
Major aluminium scrap commodity prices in China edged higher as spot market witnessed a sudden uptick in demand. As on Tuesday, June 20, most of the aluminium scrap commodities were up by RMB 100 per tonne from their previous average prices. Overall price change ratio has been in the range of 0.86-1.11. In addition to the above aluminium scrap commodities, price increase was observed for Clean Tense (North China), Clean Tapping Aluminum Wire (East China, South China)-Zhejiang, Aluminum Scrap-Litho Plates (South China), Baled UBC (East China), Baled UBC (South China), Aluminum Extrusion (East China-Zhejiang) 6063 Old, Clean Tapping Aluminum Wire (East China)-Shanghai, and Shredded Taint (South China) variety. The price of Aluminum Radiator (North China) having recycling rate 85-87% showed...
LME aluminium is finally showing some resilience. The downtrend that has been continuing for seven days at a stretch came to a halt yesterday with the light metal closing at US$1,861.50 per tonne after the night trading on Monday, June 19, marginally up from US$1,861 per tonne on June 16. Reuters’ technical analysis suggests that LME aluminium may challenge a resistance at US$1,899 per tonne and rise to US$1,908 per tonne on Tuesday, June 20. Shanghai Metals Market forecast says that aluminium prices on the global bourse will range at US$1,881-1,891 per tonne in the short term. As on June 19, LME official cash buyer aluminium price stands at US$1,861 per tonne, cash seller & settlement aluminium price is US$1,861.50 per tonne, 3M buyer price is US$1,875 per tonne, 3M seller price is...
The Aluminium futures contract on the Multi Commodity Exchange fell below a key support level of INR 121.5 a kg in the past week. However, the contract has not witnessed any strong follow-through selling after this break and has been stuck in a narrow range between INR 120 and INR 121 since then. It is currently trading at INR 120.5 per kg. The 200-day moving average support is at INR 119.5, which is likely to be tested as long as the contract trades below INR 121.5. If the contract manages to sustain above the 200-day moving average support, a range bound move between INR 119.5 and INR 121.5 is possible for some time. A breakout on either side of INR 119.5 or INR 121.5 will then determine the next move. A decisive break below INR 119.5 can increase the selling pressure. Such a break can...
The METEF 2017 exhibition will devote great attention to the aluminium and foundry production chain for both light alloys and innovative materials. Consequently, METEF 2017 will focus on the automotive sector, which plays a towing role for the all the industrial activities. Sustainable lightweight can only be achieved by innovating materials, processes, elaboration techniques and material-oriented designing. The development of light alloy castings in the automotive sector is the leading issue of METEF 2017, this year’s event to understand where the future of materials is heading to. About 500 aluminium cast alloy castings foundries are there in Italy (the total of ferrous and non-ferrous foundries in Italy is around 1100). The total consumption of aluminium in Italy in 2016 was 2,040,000...
